Expanded Transportation Program Produces Immediate Impact

Angela Kearns received a heartfelt note from the first neighbor in need that she assisted.

"Thank you God. And thank you so much. I appreciate it! I appreciate everything that you have done for me. You don't know how much this means to me... and like I said before, everyone that I went to for help (turned) me down. You were the only one that actually showed interest, and actually did everything you could to help me.”

Angela oversees NHCO's Transportation Resource Program at our

recently opened office in Turtle Creek in the Mon Valley. Allegheny County's Department of Human Services asked NHCO to expand the program to the area because of growing needs for the service. NHCO's services in the region are funded by a Community Services Block Grant administered by the Department. The program helps individuals stabilize their transportation to support work, job searches and education and vocational training.

The client needed a costly car repair and a renewed registration. He’s recovering from addiction, and is actively working towards a more fulfilling life by going to school full time while working part time.

“He was so easy to work with, because he was so appreciative. It feels great to be able to help someone who really needs it and I think really deserves it. You could just hear the relief in his voice when I told him we could pay the repair bill,” Angela said.